Dovenbarger — the Raiders’ standout six-foot six-inch senior center — scored in quarters of four, five and six points twice, netting nine total field goals and making the club’s only free throw.

He also drained two of the squad’s three three-pointers, as Layne Fitch — in his season debut — added the other in the second stanza.

In a close contest throughout, River Valley led 12-8 following the opening quarter, followed by a 26-20 advantage at halftime — and a 36-28 lead after three periods.

The only frame the Rebels won was the last at 13-12.

The win gave the Raiders (3-8) a two-game winning streak — after eight consecutive losses following their season-opening win at Eastern.

South Gallia (1-8) got its first victory of the season nine days ago against Green — after opening the season at 0-7.

“It was a dogfight. It’s tough to play that game in that environment. But it was a good win for us and we are hoping to get going. We are getting better and more confident,” said River Valley coach Bryan Drummond. “Jacob Dovenbarger was huge for us and Layne Fitch was an energizer in his return tonight.”

River Valley overcame only making one of eight free throws — by holding a 22-14 advantage in total field goals.